Chancellor calls on watchdog bosses to tear down regulatory barriers that hold back growth Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt has called on the heads of the UK’s financial watchdogs to tear down regulatory barriers that are holding back growth. In a speech to the City of London, Hunt said that the UK needs to … Read more
IBCA Begins Publishing Figures on Compensation London, January 22, 2025 – The Independent Banking Compliance Association (IBCA) has announced that it will begin publishing figures on compensation in the banking sector. The move comes in response to growing concerns about the widening gap between the pay of bankers and the rest of the population. The … Read more
Bird Flu (Avian Influenza): Latest Situation in England 22 January 2025, 18:48 The UK Government has confirmed that there have been 120 confirmed cases of bird flu in England since October 2022. This includes 10 cases in the last week. The cases have been reported in a variety of locations across the country, including Norfolk, … Read more
Restoring stability to Haiti is essential to peace and security in the region: UK statement at the UN Security Council 22 January 2025 The UK has reiterated the need to restore stability to Haiti, emphasizing its critical importance for the peace and security of the region. This statement was made at a crucial UN Security … Read more
The Rules of the Court of Judicature (Northern Ireland) (Amendment) 2025 Introduction On January 22, 2025, the Rules of the Court of Judicature (Northern Ireland) (Amendment) 2025 (the “Amendment Rules”) came into force. These Amendment Rules amend the Rules of the Court of Judicature (Northern Ireland) 1980 (the “Principal Rules”) to streamline and modernize certain … Read more
The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Lincoln) Regulations 2025 Summary: The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Lincoln) Regulations 2025 restrict flying over the city of Lincoln, England, for reasons of public safety and security. The regulations, which came into effect on 22 January 2025, prohibit aircraft from flying below 2,000 feet (610 meters) above sea … Read more
The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Helicopter Flight) Regulations 2025 The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Helicopter Flight) Regulations 2025 were introduced on 22nd January 2025. These regulations aim to restrict and control the operation of helicopters in designated areas, particularly in and around densely populated urban environments, to enhance safety, mitigate noise pollution, and … Read more
The A489 Trunk Road (Cemmaes Road to Machynlleth, Powys) (Temporary Speed Restrictions and No Overtaking) Order 2025 / Gorchymyn Cefnffordd yr A489 (Glantwymyn i Fachynlleth, Powys) (Cyfyngiadau Cyflymder Dros Dro a Dim Goddiweddyd) 2025 The Welsh Government has made an Order under sections 84(1)(a), (b) and (m) and 86(2) and (9) of the Road Traffic … Read more
The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Birmingham) (Emergency) Regulations 2025 On January 22, 2025, the UK government issued The Air Navigation (Restriction of Flying) (Birmingham) (Emergency) Regulations 2025. These regulations impose a temporary airspace restriction over the city of Birmingham, England, due to an emergency situation. The emergency situation in question is a large-scale fire … Read more
Prisoners (Early Release) (Scotland) Act 2025 Background: The Prisoners (Early Release) (Scotland) Act 2025 was passed by the Scottish Parliament on 22nd January 2025. The act aims to address the issue of prison overcrowding and reduce the number of people in custody. Key Provisions: Early release for low-risk prisoners: The act allows for the early … Read more